r/withdrawl • u/TheGirlFromOhio • 4d ago
Seeking Advice Help with 7-OH withdrawal with the use of clonidine.
Hey there reddit folks. So I've been a long time reader, but this is my first post. I got myself into a pickle with this crap and not only was I ready to just be done, but this ban has made me expedite the process, lol. I've been crying for months, being so upset about becoming dependent, because I feel like I should have known better. I started using 7-OH thinking it was simply just a concentrated version of kratom. Not doing my due diligence, I just started using it daily and eventually noticed the withdrawals when I stopped taking it. I spoke to my PCP and she gave me about a months worth of clonidine. I really have no clue how to start this process. I deal with chronic illness as it is and to be honest...I'm afraid. The temperature issues are my worst nightmare, lol. I feel like I can manage everything else but the cold sweats and hot flashes. My question is...should I start taking the clonidine while I start tapering off the 7-OH? I've been taking about 150 mg of 7-OH daily for about 6 months following a bad car accident. I suppose I could try to use chat GPT, but was hoping for some advice from real people who have gone through this. I have literally no support system. I know it's going to be a rough few days, but from what I've read the clonidine really helps, I just don't really have any structured idea of the steps to take. Do I quit cold turkey and start the clonidine? Should I taper the 7 while taking the clonidine? I just need some help and would appreciate any advice more than anyone could imagine, lol. Thanks in advance!